Job Description

Teaching Assistant Level 4 – Pastoral Mentor

£26,244 (SCP 11) - £28,944 (SCP 17) per year - fixed term contract Maternity Leave Cover

We are seeking a enthusiastic and dedicated Pastoral Mentor to join our team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people as part of a dynamic and supportive school community.

What you’ll be doing:

Support individuals, small groups, or whole classes to access learning, make progress, and achieve their potential

Work with the class teacher to understand learning objectives and contribute to planning learning activities or programmes under supervision

Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress, adapting support to meet varying needs

Provide targeted support for behaviour, wellbeing, and personal development, including mentoring or structured support programmes

Promote high standards of behaviour and engagement in line with school policies and procedures

Safeguard pupils by following school procedures, working with safeguarding leads, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to risk assessments

Assist with preparation and administrative tasks such as creating resources, displays, and supporting lesson organisation

Support pupil welfare and wellbeing, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

What we’re looking for:

GCSE or equivalent qualifications, including English and Maths

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Experience working with children and young people with SEND in an educational setting

Why join us?

Supportive and friendly school community

Ongoing training and development opportunities

A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service

Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform

Cycle to work scheme

Generous life cover

Why work for us?

Supportive and friendly school community

Ongoing training and development opportunities

A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!

Who are we?

Opened in 2018, Oakbridge School is an independent special day school in Birmingham with a specially designed learning environment created to meet the needs of autistic children. We provide a calm, low arousal, safe, positive and nurturing place where young people can learn and grow.

Oakbridge School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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